near
Example Sentences
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He had entered the water near the junction of Main Street and Ash Grove Lane, according to the force, which led to "extensive searches" involving Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service.
From BBC
The Broomway is a route across flat sands from the shore near Southend-on-Sea to Foulness Island and is home to a Ministry of Defence firing range.
From BBC
"What was unusual was the near absence of engagement during Hasina's tenure. The pendulum had swung too far in one direction; now it risks swinging too far in the other."
From BBC
For example, the bills recommend planning new housing near transit hubs.
I’ve been getting that question more often these days from people near retirement, and I’m ready for it.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
